A Scholar in the Making

Do I look nervous??? Nah, it's determination you see (okay, maybe a little nervous)! Today was Mom's first day ever at college. After many years of consideration, I finally decided to go for it. I am going to attempt to become a nurse. I imagine it will be a few very tough years, but in theory, the rest of our lives should be easier. I finished high school with 13 college credits, which made fulfilling my prerequisites for the Nursing Program at Corning Community College (offered only in the fall semester) much easier.
My schedule is as follows:
9-10(MWF): Biology (I am retaking from high school because after 10 years it doesn't count...not even my 94 regents score)

10-11(MWF): Sociology (which I took in high school, not a college level class though)


11-12(MWF): Responding to Emergencies- will be certified in CPR (for the 3rd time in my life) and will be certified to use a defibrillator

12-1(MWF): College Composition (I like to write, in case you haven't noticed)


1-2(MWThF): Algebra- this is another class that I took over 10 years ago...passed that with a 98

I tried to set up a non-overwhelming schedule to help transition myself back into the whole school thing. Feel free to vote in my school-related poll on the left.


My friend Shauna and I are on a very similar schedule this semester ( due to careful planning, not coincidence). We both go to classes from 9:00 to 2:00 (Natalie and Kendall catch their bus at 7:40 and get home from school at 2:50). 3 of my 5 classes are with Shauna (who is not a new student and has helped me through the entire process) which made it a much easier situation for me. Shauna is also trying to fulfill her prerequisites for the nursing program. Kevin is staying home to take care of the children while I pursue college and go to work. We decided it was important to us that we raise our children, even if it means less income. It's a very hard (and often frustrating) job to be a stay at home parent, and I appreciate his sacrifice.

So far, I really enjoyed my first day. I like all of my teachers and the class itineraries look reasonable and interesting for the most part...Hopefully I won't be singing a different tune after a few classes!

Natalie and Kendall love the fact that while they're at school so is Mom...

Nolan will have to adjust to Mom leaving during the day (on top of work 3 nights a week and a double every Saturday). When he gets older I think he'll not only understand, but appreciate what I am doing. My goal is to lead my children by example, and hopefully(at least on this one), they'll follow.